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Alhamdulillah this year has been kind & awesome to us, we hope you’re having a great year too. This year has been a whirlwind year, from babies to Building a portal and retaining Songket Affairs, we’re happy Songket Affairs Mag has finally resurrected after a year long silence and now we’re back with more exciting plans in store! For this issue, it was delayed due to our extensive involvement in our portal . And we’re glad to announce, we are back babyy!! Thank you to Najla & hubby for their willingness to share their wedding story and their love moments. Their love was purely spontaneous and fun which reminds us of the days when we begin to fall in love with our spouses. Purely cute! Thanks you guys! Weddings has always been a reason to celebrate the love occasion. Weddings in 2012 has come with many newcoming trends and ideas which we find quite refreshing & interesting. Long sleeves & laces are all time favorite thanks to Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge. Moreover color gowns are back in trend, we foresee 2012 a year full of love of colors and pastels too! Decors & props on the other hand has made it bigger than ever.. And Tangerine as Pantone’s wedding color of the year, succeed in making Orangish the perfect color to celebrate love whether its day or night! Happy 2012 and enjoy!
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Didi & Suriana
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The Stories 6
Love Story
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The Wedding Affairs
12 The Wedding Theme 16 The Wedding Attire 20 Instant Inspirations
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The Magical Monents
“ It was
Love
at first Serve ” “If it is true that men are like stars, with so many to pick from but only one who can make your dreams come true, then Azhar is my one true star and I can’t wait for the rest of our dreams to come true”
Most people imagine falling in love on a romantic island, or in Paris. But it isn’t always a cliché. In reality we meet our other halves in the strangest places, at the strangest times. I met my husband at a badminton court! Lol (watch their video to find out how they fell in love) Page 7 ● Songket Affairs ● Jul 2012
When: 23rd April 2011 Where: Taman Melawati (Bride’s Home) Theme: Light Champagne Dulang count: 9 his & 7 hers Nikah Attire: by Woro Indah Hair & makeup: Dankerina Invitations: Hikari Cards Flowers: Pink hydrangeas, pink and champagne roses, and white mum/daisy Pelamin: Wedding by sher
‘She had everything set for a traditional ceremony, but Najla didn’t want to be just an ordinary bride, she didn’t wear white like most brides, she chose to wear a light champagne ensemble on her solemnization. #TheMordernBride
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Family
is very important
to my dad as he came from a huge family. That is why he wanted to have a whole function just for the family side first. So we decided to have the event at my grandma’s place- which would fit all of them there. Plus we get to do so many traditional events such as Merenjis Tepung Air Penawar, Potong Pulut kuning & more.
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“My
mom and
my brother Alif, made our wedding beyond anything I could have imagined. I could live the rest of my life in this moment, surrounded by my friends and family and never want for anything more. Thanks Ma & Alif!
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The Magical Moments
SA: How was the venue chosen & why?
Bride’s answer: •
Lubok China, Melaka was decided by my dad as he has lots of relatives and he planned to entertain the family first. So we decided to have it at my grandma’s place.
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Dewan Keramat AU2 was chosen by Azhar’s family due to its ample parking space, air conditioned hall and its affordable. It can cater up to 1500 pax.
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The Renaissance Hotel was chosen by my mom as she prefers the grand ballroom and spacious hallway for guests to mix around before the wedding starts. Plus, we were attracted to the grand staircase that leads the way up to the ballroom.
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color theme for the night which was light champagne.
AKAD NIKAH The pelamin was decorated with oversized pearls and diamond-shaped crystals set upon ruffled white satin for the frame background. In spite that the event went well, when asked what would she do over for her wedding, she answered how she was unhappy with the outcome and the professionalism of the wedding planner. “It wasn’t what we wanted and what we have discussed before, everything was done last minute and we were all not happy at all with how she managed the situation. .
THE FAMILY SIDE RECEPTION When:11th June 2011 Where: Melaka- Lubok China Theme: Songket & Traditions, where the bride and groom’s attire reflects on traditional theme Attire: Khatijah Resources Favours: “The Melaka wedding reception was at noon, so we gave them colorful hand fans”. Dais: A mixture of white and patches of green grass as the main backdrop. There were combinations of white, light purple and dark purple flowers on the backdrop with 2 big vases of flowers at the each side. –by Khadijah Resources Page 12 ● Songket Affairs ● Jul 2012
“I never knew he had deepest love for me until he confessed his feelings..”
“THE PERFECT WEDDING POSE:
•Harsh lighting will never be flattering! If you can feel warm sun on your back and your face is shaded, you’ll look good! •Be shot from a slight angle to elongate body •Hands on hips makes for better looking arms. Also turn your shoulders on an angle to narrow your shoulder width .
Photographer: Danial Haikal Team www.danialhaikalstudio.c om
Videographer: Luey Motion Lab www.lueymotionlab.com
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BRIDE’S RECEPTION
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Venue: Renaissance Hotel, KL When: 23/7/2011 Where: The Renaissance Hotel, KL Theme: Greek Garden wedding Attire: Woro Inidah / Arma Wedding Couture Hand bouquet: I carried a custom made peach roses bouquet by Arma Wedding Couture. Favors: “we gave cappuccino biscuits packed in a gift box which was made by nipah leaves.
Coming soon! AUGUST ISSUE “The Rise Of Big Flowers”
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The Magical Moments
BRIDE’S RECEPTION Venue: Renaissance Hotel, KL We first fell in love with the lavish entrance that leads up to the grand ballroom. Not only it represent something classy but it also has a large foyer hallway; perfect for guests to mingle before the ceremony begins. Also The hotel is located at the heart of Kl, we feel its right to get a good location venue for guests to easily get to without much hassle. Overall, the chef of the night did brilliant in his food presentation!
KL Reception theme was a Greek garden theme which we play most of the color with white especially for the pelamin and lots of flowers, stand pillars and a gazebo where it reminds us of Greek. It’s a 60th feet wide, five panel of pelamin , and one gazebo for cutting cake section. There were few greecian pillars, 8 light boxes for flower vases. The fresh blooms consists of:white, champagne and purple roses, chrysanthemum, and hydrangea. Also there were few lanterns with candles on the side. The pelamin was made by Arma Wedding Couture
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MAKEUP ARTIST
Dankerina did
my makeup for my solemnization day, Melaka reception and Azhar’s reception, I love the way he did the makeup. just way I wanted it. As for KL Reception, Arma himself did my makeup.
NIKAH OUTFIT
Woro Indah Designer for my wedding gowns mostly were from Woro Indah. Eventhough she is one of my mom’s bestfriend, I love Everything about her dresses, whether its her beadworks or the lace patches each of them has a uniqueness that made me fell in love with her designs.
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RECEPTION ATTIRE: OUTFIT 1
Woro Indah We had 2 entirely different outfit for the reception. The First outfit , I wore a custom made lace kebaya with heavy beadwork with a light champagne corset dress. The dress was long with a train that is fully laced at the bottom. As for the groom, he wore a light champagne raw silk baju melayu with a matching overcoat that has a light champagne colored beadwork.
Lil biride dressing tips “ the gown you choose should fit your theme. Its an extension of your personality”
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RECEPTION ATTIRE: OUTFIT 2
Arma Couture For my cake cutting attire, Arma created a simple yet elegant piece which was inspired by our Greek Garden theme. I wore an ivory chiffon, empire dress with Swarovski diamantes on the shoulder detailing and a long train with full beadworks.
RECEPTION ATTIRE: OUTFIT 3
Khadijah Resources Rent it from Khadijah Resources. Although it was rented, I get to decide on the colour and the design!
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What’s not to love about a Candy Buffett? They’re the most IN thing right now. Candy buffet’s popularity has grown so much that they’ve become a MUST HAVE in most parties, birthdays, soirees events and even weddings! Candy buffet is all about Fun fun fun, where one can simply decor the table setting without worrying so much about it! To top it, you get to energize your guests too, literally, with sugar: from cupcakes to mini cakes to lollipops, sour belts, strings of rock candy, chocolate and also other baked goodies! And the best part is, everyone gets to enjoy them right then and also given a yummy bag to bring home.
Creating One Candy Buffett table is not that difficult to pull off. Below are tips to create an awesome setting.
THE MUST HAVES: 1.
Plan your theme. Invitations are also inspiration for color scheme and theme.. Page 20 ● Songket Affairs ● Jun 2012
Instant Inspirations 2. 3. 4.
Containers – Glass cylinders, apothecary jars, and cake stands in varying sizes and shapes pop candy color. Any Scoopers will do– Play with color and detail; ruffles, ribbon and trinkets on scoopers and containers can help amuse the eye and grab attention. Variety, variety, variety. If you want, try different kinds of candy or get inspired with the sweetness that is everywhere. Get creative with DIY macarons, DIY pavlova & sweets! Tuned in Songket Affairs Diaries (blog) for more DIY Dessert Table Inspiration
Credits :: Moderated by Songket Affairs :: Photos (From Top left to right ):: Pavlova via nosheteria :: Chair by PB via The Knot event :: Cake by Glorious Treats :: Ombre cake :: Vases & Jars :: Buffett décor by Pearl Cakes Couture :: Rainbow cake by Pearl :: Cake by Maggi Austin :: Decor Reception :: Bouquet :: Mini jam jar :: Entrance décor by Flora :: Dessert table by Pearl Cakes Event :: Bouquet by Dazzling details via Style me pretty :: Décor :: Dress Dress by Nurita Harith :: Cake by Pearl cakes Event :: Pink dessert table via via Martha Stewart ::
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Preparation Day Step 1: Gather all your supplies; every bit and piece. Step 2: Imagine the table area as a scene you are creating. Create sweet bliss by hanging a backdrop to draw guests’ attention to the table and ensure it’s the focal point of the room. Step 3: Arrange containers and the yummy goodies using a variety of tiers and depths, mixing and matching the treats inside the containers you have chosen. Step 4: Doll up your table with trimmings and embellishments such as labels, candles and quotes that will definitely add a personalized touch. Step 5: Add the treats and scoopers to the jars. Take one final look at the entire table and make adjustments as necessary. Hint Hint: To avoid guests picking at treats earlier than wanted, place the goodie bags /container underneath the table at the beginning of the event, and then place them on the table when it’s time to start the dessert buffet.
There you have it!… Yummy Goodness!
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